anatexis

/ænˈætɛksɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The process of melting and producing magma from the interior of the Earth, often resulting in volcanic eruptions.

“The scientists studied the anatexis that led to the formation of the volcanic island.”

Synonyms

  • magma production
  • magmatic melting

Antonyms

  • crystallization
  • magmatic solidification